The shingles will roll up like a ball in front of the fork.
How to remove roof shingles yourself.
Chances are the nails that will be securely seated in the wood so a bit of force will be needed with a twisting motion of the roofing shovel or spade.
Hammer down any boards or nails that have come loose ensuring the.
Continue tearing off the shingles and underlayment until you reach the roof jacks then start over at the top of the roof.
Use a shingle scraper pitchfork or flat shovel to get under the shingles prying them up.
Remove shingles in a 2 to 3 ft wide section as you work down the roof.
You will want to start from one side of your roof and work your way to the other side.
Remove the shingles in layers as you work your way up the roof.